Huang Kezun couldn't think of a suitable candidate at the moment, so he came to ask Han Yu.
"We really don't have anyone available." Seeing Huang Kezun's expression, Han Yu shook his head helplessly, and then said: "But at this point, we can only try our best to choose a suitable person."
"The person I want to recommend is Zhao Yan, the governor of Shandong." Han Yu thought for a while and said.
"Why do you want to nominate him?" Huang Kezun asked hesitantly.
Huang Kezun was unfamiliar with this person, and he believed Han Yu was also unfamiliar with him. If Zhao Yan were to be promoted now, Huang Kezun couldn't guarantee the final outcome.
For a moment, Huang Kexun hesitated.
"This man made contributions in suppressing the Wenxiang Sect's rebellion in Shandong." Han Yu thought for a moment and then said, "Your Majesty and the court officials are all aware of this. After Your Majesty left Shandong, Zhao Yan stabilized the area and suppressed the remaining rebellions. Shandong is now stable, which is sufficient proof of his ability."
"At the same time, Zhao Yan has been training troops in Shandong, rectifying the navy, and reinforcing Jizhou. He can be said to have considerable military talent. Furthermore, looking at his past official experience, he is also knowledgeable about military affairs. Therefore, both in terms of qualifications and ability, Zhao Yan is qualified to be promoted to the Minister of War. Recommending him will also be acceptable to Your Majesty."
After hearing this, Huang Kezun thought for a moment and said, "That makes sense. But can this person be of the same mind as us?"
This was what Huang Kezun was most concerned about. If this person was on the same page as him, then it wouldn't be a big deal if he brought him up; but if he wasn't, and even ended up siding with Xu Guangqi, then the consequences would be disastrous.
"This person is a righteous official. Even if he doesn't join us, I believe he won't come to Xu Guangqi. And if I nominate him, it can be regarded as a favor of recognition and promotion. He should at least take us into consideration."
"The most crucial issue is that we simply don't have any suitable personnel. Apart from Zhao Yan, I can't think of anyone suitable. Your Majesty, you know that no one will succeed if we nominate irrelevant people."
After hearing this, Huang Kezun nodded and said, "You have a point. Let's do as you say. As for what to do next, we can discuss it later."
Han Yu raised his wine glass and said, "Well, that's it."
The two of them reached an agreement.
At this time, in the palace.
Zhu Youxiao was lying in a rocking chair, rocking the chair and drinking tea leisurely.
Concubine Tian next to him would feed a fruit into Zhu Youxiao's mouth from time to time.
Chen Hong stood beside Zhu Youxiao and said slowly, "Your Majesty, the Jinyiwei has sent the news."
"Then tell me about it." Zhu Youxiao said.
But his eyes were not open and his tone was very casual.
Seeing this, Concubine Tian stood up and said, "Then I will take my leave."
Zhu Youxiao grabbed her and said, "Sit down. There's no need to avoid her. It's not a big deal. Serve me well."
After saying this, Zhu Youxiao said to Chen Hong: "Go ahead."
Chen Hong naturally did not dare to neglect it and quickly told the news that the Jinyiwei had found out.
In fact, Zhu Youxiao did not ask him to find out any difficult information, but just simply inquired about the movements in the officialdom.
The main thing is the direction of public opinion, which Zhu Youxiao has always cared about.
"Your Majesty, everyone is now paying attention to the position of Minister of War and the vacant position of Grand Secretary of the Cabinet. Few people are talking about the affairs of the General Staff Office." Chen Hong said directly.
Zhu Youxiao smiled, opened his eyes, sat up straight, and said, "I've thought about it a long time ago. After all, no matter how important this is, no matter how important that is, it's not as important as my official hat. Having an official hat hanging around my neck will prevent them from causing trouble when they have nothing better to do."
Zhu Youxiao transferred Sun Chengzong to the General Staff Office for the sake of the current situation. The General Staff Office could work without worry, and he could also take this opportunity to strengthen the General Staff Office.
As for the Minister of War and the new Grand Secretary, this requires careful consideration.
Although Zhu Youxiao would accept his fate, he would definitely not do so in a short period of time.
"Just have someone keep an eye on this matter. How's the reform of the Royal Academy going?" Zhu Youxiao asked Chen Hong.
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